Very Disliked
Isopropyl Isostearate
Can worsen Oily Skin
Oily Skin is determined by your genetics, but can also be influenced by factors such as stress levels, changing hormonal levels, and humidity.
May cause Acne
Common acne is known as Acne vulgaris. Acne forms when skin follicles are clogged by sebum, hair, skin cells, or oils. There are several types of acne: whiteheads, blackheads, papules, pustules, nodules, and cysts.
May feed Fungal Acne
Malassezia (Pityrosporum) folliculitis is a skin condition with acne-like breakouts caused by malassezia, a type of yeast.
Explained
Isopropyl isodecanoate is a lipid created from isopropyl alcohol and isostearic acid.
Isopropyl Isostearate is an emollient and leaves skin feeling soft. Emollients create a thin barrier that traps moisture underneath, hydrating the skin.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
See all 304 products with Isopropyl Isostearate
What it does
Emollient
Having the quality of softening or soothing the skin.
Skin Conditioning
To hydrate and soften skin
Alternative names
Isopropyl Isosterate
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.4%
Top categories
Makeup
Moisturizers
Cleansers
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
References
Products with Isopropyl Isostearate
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
34693
INCI Name
ISOPROPYL ISOSTEARATE
EC #
 250-651-1 / 269-023-3
All Functions
Binding, Emollient, Skin Conditioning
